KEMPNER HIGH SCHOOL

KEMPNER H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the FORT BEND ISD school district, located in SUGAR LAND, TX with about 2,257 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 120 teachers, KEMPNER H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kempner High School, located in Sugar Land, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a rigorous learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized programs designed to challenge students and cater to various career interests.

Beyond academics, Kempner High School places a strong emphasis on holistic student development through its robust extracurricular landscape. The "Cougars" are actively involved in a variety of competitive UIL athletics, fine arts programs, including highly acclaimed band and theater departments, and numerous student-led organizations and clubs. By balancing a high-achieving scholarly atmosphere with a vibrant community spirit, Kempner provides an environment where students are encouraged to engage deeply in both their studies and their extracurricular passions, upholding the district's tradition of excellence in public education.

For more information, contact KEMPNER H S at (281) 634-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14777 VOSS RD
SUGAR LAND, TX 77498-2125
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KEMPNER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SUGAR LAND, TX with about 2,257 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
FORT BEND ISD
Total Students:
2,257
Teachers:
120.82
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,257 students

Asian
34.6%
Hispanic/Latino
32.9%
Black or African American
16.7%
White
13.5%
Two or more races
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.